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Saint Bartholomew

Lambert Suavius

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a bearded man standing upright against a backdrop of architectural elements like columns and an arch. His hair is curly and his face is detailed. He is wearing a toga-like garment with wrappings around his legs, reminiscent of ancient Roman or Greek clothing. In one hand, he holds a curved knife. The setting appears to be an ancient ruin, with overgrown plants visible at the top edges. The background is intricately detailed.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1548
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
2494 × 5247 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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